[ It's good that he crosses those words out, because they bring exactly the reaction he fears-- Zelda feels her blood pressure rising as she reads them. But before she can put her quill to the page to pen a retort (because yes, she knows!!!), the offending words are crossed out and new ones appear.
These words are gentler, and though they carry a similar message ("yes, but don't forget your duty"), they are significantly more palatable. In fact, just that little "I know" sticks out at her. It makes her feel... seen.
"Take care of your heart." ] I shall be mindful of that.
[ Again, she pauses as she considers her words. This is the first time in the months that passed since her first kiss with Link that Zelda has attempted to put her feelings into words, or to share them with anyone but him. The princess has always been articulate, but finding a voice for love is like learning a brand new language. ]
I wish to spend the rest of my time here without regrets. I [ a beat ] have never felt this way about anyone before. I do not wish to make any mistakes, or hurt him any more than my sacrifice has hurt him already.
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These words are gentler, and though they carry a similar message ("yes, but don't forget your duty"), they are significantly more palatable. In fact, just that little "I know" sticks out at her. It makes her feel... seen.
"Take care of your heart." ] I shall be mindful of that.
[ Again, she pauses as she considers her words. This is the first time in the months that passed since her first kiss with Link that Zelda has attempted to put her feelings into words, or to share them with anyone but him. The princess has always been articulate, but finding a voice for love is like learning a brand new language. ]
I wish to spend the rest of my time here without regrets. I [ a beat ] have never felt this way about anyone before. I do not wish to make any mistakes, or hurt him any more than my sacrifice has hurt him already.